Description
French Dip Sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender roast beef nestled in soft rolls and served with a rich, savory au jus for dipping. Imagine sinking your teeth into juicy, flavorful beef while warm broth envelops each bite. Perfect for casual gatherings or cozy nights at home, this classic dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up these mouthwatering sandwiches in no time. The delightful aroma of slow-cooked beef will fill your kitchen, making it an irresistible addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chuck roast
- 4 French rolls
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Season the roast with salt and pepper; sear in a skillet until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the roast to a baking dish. Sauté sliced onions in the same skillet until translucent; add garlic powder and pour over the roast.
- Mix beef broth and soy sauce in a bowl; pour over the roast. Cover tightly with foil and bake for about 2 hours or until fork-tender.
- Let the roast rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Slice French rolls; layer with slices of beef and ladle warm au jus over each sandwich.
- Serve with extra au jus on the side for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg